For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,382 students in Shafter, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Shafter, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Shafter, CA are Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Sequoia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shafter, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Shafter have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Shafter, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29161 Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Gr: K-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Golden Oak Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
190 South Wall
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Gr: K-6 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Sequoia Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 East Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Gr: K-6 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Shafter High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Gr: 9-12 | 1,599 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Richland Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
331 Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Gr: 7-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Redwood Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
331 North Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Gr: K-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Central Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Shafter, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Shafter, CA include Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Sequoia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Shafter?
7 public schools are located in Shafter.
What percentage of students in Shafter go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Shafter are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Shafter?
Shafter public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Shafter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Shafter include: Redwood Elementary School vs. Golden Oak Elementary School, Sequoia Elementary School vs. Golden Oak Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School vs. Sequoia Elementary School
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